Dialysis machines - self-contained home use and service
ID: IHS1512907Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEPHOENIX AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCPHOENIX, AZ, 85004, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4edfef731e274d85949789748e5a8d8a/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified contractors to provide two NxStage or equivalent dialysis machines and a corresponding service contract for the Whiteriver Indian Hospital in Arizona. This procurement aims to establish local dialysis services to enhance healthcare for American Indians and Alaska Natives, reducing the need for patient transfers to other facilities for hemodialysis. The initiative is critical for improving care for patients with end-stage renal disease and aims to increase the hospital's capacity and revenue while conserving resources. Interested vendors must respond by May 22, 2025, to Phillip Wendzillo at phillip.wendzillo@ihs.gov, and provide their socio-economic status in compliance with SBA size standards, along with certification as a Native-owned business.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Phillip Wendzillo
    (602) 364-5012
    phillip.wendzillo@ihs.gov
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    Dialysis SOW - WRSU 2025.pdf
    The Department of Health & Human Services is seeking to procure inpatient dialysis machines for the Whiteriver Indian Hospital (WRIH) to enhance healthcare services for American Indians and Alaska Natives. Currently, patients with end-stage renal disease require transportation to other facilities for hemodialysis, which WRIH is unable to provide. The initiative aims to establish local dialysis services, decrease unnecessary patient transfers, and improve care by utilizing familiar staff for treatment. The scope of work includes the provision of two NxSTAGE or equivalent dialysis machines, requiring no water source or filtration. The contractor will deliver equipment, a service contract for five years, and conduct staff training. Hospital staff will manage patient admissions based on their acuity, and telemedicine support will be provided by identified nephrologists. Implementing this service will enhance WRIH's capacity to care for chronic kidney disease patients and increase the hospital's revenues while conserving resources. This request for proposals signifies the government's commitment to improving health services within tribal communities through direct local care capabilities.
    Updated ISBEE FBO Sources Sought FY25.pdf
    The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking to identify potential contractors through a Sources Sought notice for the provision of two new dialysis machines (NxStage or equivalent) and a corresponding service contract for the Phoenix Indian Medical Center. Vendors must be authorized distributors of the equipment with necessary OEM support and warranties. The equipment is to be delivered to the Whiteriver Service Unit in Arizona. This notice is part of market research to gauge interest and determine if a Native-owned Small Business Set-Aside (ISBEE) can be implemented. Interested vendors should provide their socio-economic status in compliance with SBA size standards and submit certification as a Native-owned business. Payment will be processed through the Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). Responses are due by May 22, 2025, to Phil Wendzillo at IHS. This document is not an RFP but seeks to assist IHS in planning future procurement processes while adhering to regulatory requirements.
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